BRIDGE THE GAP – After Dark is Bridge Road traders’ efforts to celebrate the area’s cultural diversity and rich food experiences. On Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th May, they’re be holding tours that take in different restaurants along the way – you can choose from Asian themed, ‘Luxe’, drink themed and more. Tickets on sale now, check out www.bridgeroadgathering.com.au

Photo: Dean Schmideg Photographer

GIN GIN – It’s back … Junipalooza is returning to Melbourne. The Gin Queen, Caroline Childerly, is partering with the Gin Foundry to bring some of Australia AND Europe’s most exciting ginsmiths together for a celebration of that very popular spirt. Just six months from the last Junipalooza Melbourne, over 30 Aussie gins have launched – that’s unbelievable! Early bird tix on sale now for the event in October – Click here for more info

NIGHTS IN NORTH MELBOURNE – I’ve mentioned previously the North Melbourne Hotel, taken over last year by pub industry stalwarts Jose and Sandra de Oliveira. I’d only been for lunch before, so popped in for a dinner last week and it was BUZZING. Great food, well priced drinks, that eclectic decor for which Sandra is famous, and just a great atmosphere. Definitely worth a look! www.thenorthmelbournehotel.com.au